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to interpret
01
to translate spoken words or sign language from one language to another
Transitive: to interpret spoken or signed words | to interpret spoken or signed words into a language
Examples
She interpreted the speech for the audience in real time.
02
to understand or assign meaning to something
Transitive: to interpret sth
Examples
Psychologists interpret dreams to gain insights into a person's subconscious thoughts.
03
to explain what something means
Transitive: to interpret sth
Examples
During the meeting, the manager interpreted the feedback from the team to improve the project.
04
to perform a role or piece of music in a way that expresses the performer's understanding of its intent
Transitive: to interpret an artistic work
Examples
The pianist interpreted the sonata with a focus on its lyrical beauty.
05
to communicate what someone is saying in one language to others in a different language
Intransitive
Examples
She paused briefly to interpret as the speaker continued.
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